A boat capsized while launching in calm surf conditions during a national fishing competition on Wednesday at St Lucia. ...
MDUMBI, EASTERN CAPE - update: Condolences are conveyed to family and friends of a local 7 year old male child whose body was located and recovered on Tuesday night. ...
Every June, a different kind of tribute unfolds along Durban’s golden coastline. This tribute takes the form of grit, determination, and countless kilometres swum in the name of charity. We’re talking about the Oceans8 Charity Swim — an inspiring open-water ...
Send us your favourite photograph of NSRI people doing what we do, and you could win an NSRI shop voucher worth R250! Simply email your photo (which should be no smaller than 2MB) to news@searescue.org.za with 'Monthly photo' in the ...
When 18-year-old Zinitha Manavele first arrived at the Long Street swimming pool in October 2024, she could barely swim and was scared of water. Less than six months later, she’s a certified volunteer survival swimming instructor inspiring young learners – ...
The NSRI’s latest state-of-the-art Offshore Rescue Craft, Bay Guardian, was officially blessed in a heartfelt ceremony at the Port Elizabeth Deep Sea Angling Club beside Station 6 in Gqeberha. ...
It was a proud and emotional day for the community of St Francis Bay as the NSRI officially opened the doors to its newly rebuilt Station 21 and held a special blessing ceremony for two additions to its rescue fleet ...
In a classroom in Ceres, a penguin and a tortoise are helping teach some of the town’s youngest children how to stay safe around water. These soft toys are part of the NSRI’s water safety lessons for children in creches ...
A 74-year-old hiker was seriously injured after a fall in a remote gorge upstream of the Elands River Mouth, Eastern Cape, triggering one of the most demanding rescue operations in recent memory for NSRI Station 36 Oyster Bay. ...
In a challenging rescue operation on the Kaaimans River, Station 23 Wilderness, alongside partner emergency services, showcased the power of training, teamwork, and dedication to ensuring the safety of individuals in distress. ...
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